March 19 2027 - March 20 2027
Taekwondo
Details
Series
TaekwondoContact
Email taekwondo@wpfg.infocompetition
PRACTICE | Prior to Competition | Independant |
BRIEFING | Date TBC | Time TBC |
WEIGH IN | Thursday, 18 March 2027 | Time TBC |
COMPETITION | ||
Poomsae | Friday, 19 March 2027 | Time TBC |
Kyorugi | Saturday, 20 March 2027 | Time TBC |
AWARDS CEREMONY | ||
Poomsae | Friday, 19 March 2027 | PM Time TBC |
Kyorugi | Saturday, 20 March 2027 | PM Time TBC |
sport information
Competitors must be members of a national federation affiliated to the World Taekwondo (WT). Proof of membership by means of a valid license, insurance and grade will be required at registration.
A MANDATORY weigh-in will be conducted the day prior to the start of the competition. Each athlete SHALL attend this weigh-in. It is the responsibility of the athlete to make sure that they are in attendance for this weigh-in to provide fair competition for all athletes in this event. If you do not attend the scheduled weigh-in, you will be DISQUALIFIED FROM THE EVENT.
All competitors must submit a Report of Medical Examination, signed by a licensed physician, based on a physical exam completed within six (6) weeks of the opening day of competition.
The athlete is required to retain the original completed form and must present it at athlete registration and at the official weigh in. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in inability to compete.
Equipment
Contestants shall wear a WT- approved Taekwondo uniform (dobok).
The contestant shall bring the following WT- approved protective equipment for their personal use:
Groin guard
Forearm and shin guards
Hand protector
Mouthpiece (transparent or white)
PSS Daedo Sensor socks
Head protector (red, blue, or white)
Event Entry Deadline: Sunday, 28 February 2027
Event Cost: USD $40 per event
events & divisions
KYORUGI EVENTS
All competitors shall hold a WT Taekwondo grade of 4th Kup (blue belt) or higher.
MENS DIVISIONS | |
18+, 30+, 40+, 50+ | 58 kg (127 lbs) & Under |
68 kg (149 lbs) & Under | |
80 kg (176 lbs) & Under | |
80 kg (176 lbs) & Over | |
WOMENS DIVISIONS | |
18+, 30+, 40+, 50+ | 49 kg (108 lbs) & Under |
57 kg (125 lbs) & Under | |
67 kg (147 lbs) & Under | |
67 kg (147 lbs) & Over | |
POOMSAE EVENTS
Contestants can only enter a Poomsae Division once.
AGE DIVISIONS
Compulsory Poomsae | 18+, 30+, 40+, 50+ & 60+ |
Freestyle Poomsae | 18+ & 30+ |
INDIVIDUAL EVENTS
Compulsory Poomsae | |
Class A: 1st Dan / Poom and higher (Kukkiwon holder) | Mens |
Womens | |
Class B: 1st Kup (Black Tag) to 4th Kup (Blue Belt) | Mens |
Womens | |
Freestyle Poomsae | |
Dan Grades | Mens |
Womens | |
TEAM EVENTS
Compulsory Poomsae | |
Class A: 1st Dan / Poom and higher (Kukkiwon holder) | Mixed Pairs (1 Man and 1 Woman) |
Teams (3 Men or 3 Women) | |
Class B: 1st Kup (Black Tag) to 4th Kup (Blue Belt) | Mixed Pairs (1 Man and 1 Woman) |
Teams (3 Men or 3 Women) | |
Freestyle Poomsae | |
Dan Grades | Mixed Pairs (1 Man and 1 Woman) |
Teams (3 Men or 3 Women) | |
format
Poomsae Competition Format
Cut‑Off Tournament Format
A designated percentage or number of the highest‑scoring athletes advance to subsequent rounds.
Athletes will compete in divisions determined by age, gender, rank, and weight, with competitors progressing through a structured elimination format.
Preliminary Round
Contestants perform designated compulsory Poomsae.
Advancement to the Semi‑Final Round is based on total score ranking.
Semi‑Final Round
A reduced field of qualified athletes performs again.
The highest‑scoring competitors progress to the Final Round.
Final Round
Finalists perform for medal determination.
Order of performance may be based on ranking from the preceding round.
Final placings are determined by final round scores.
KYORUGI COMPETITION FORMAT
Single Elimination with Repechage
Athletes who lose to either finalist will enter the repechage bracket, providing a second opportunity to compete for bronze medals.
The duration of the contest shall be three rounds of two minutes each, with a one-minute rest period between rounds.
Match Format – Best‑of‑Three Round System
Each match consists of up to three rounds.
The first athlete to win two rounds is declared the winner of the match.
Progression
Athletes advance through the following stages, subject to entry numbers:
1 – Round of 16
2 – Quarterfinals
3 – Semifinals
4 – Final
Bronze Medal Matches
Two bronze medals are awarded per weight division.
Athletes defeated by the finalists compete through the repechage rounds for bronze placement.
AWARDS
Medals are awarded for First, Second, and Third Place in each division.
Awards ceremonies will take place daily following the conclusion of competition.
getting there
This venue is NOT serviced by a WPFG Shuttle.
All sports within the Perth Precinct are accessible via public transport using your free WPFG Smartrider.
The Games Hub at Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre – Home of Taekwondo.
rules
World Police & Fire Games Federation (WPFGF)
7944 Convoy Court, San Diego, CA 92111 USA
Phone: (858) 571-9919
Email: [email protected]
World Taekwondo (WT)
635 Booyoung Taepyung Building 10th Floor, 55,
Sejong-daero (Taepyung-ro 2ga), Jung-gu,
Seoul, Republic of Korea, 04513
Website: www.Worldtaekwondo.org
Email: [email protected]
